Delightful Mini Christmas Trifles to Brighten Your Holidays

Mini Christmas Trifles are a delightful and elegant dessert that will brighten your holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 1

Servings: 6 trifles

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake Layer

4 cups vanilla or pound cake cut into 1-inch cubes

For the Cream Layer

2 cups vanilla custard or pudding instant pudding can be used for quicker prep
2 cups whipped cream homemade is ideal for best flavor

For the Fruit Layer

2 cups mixed berries strawberries, raspberries, blueberries (fresh or seasonal berries can be substituted)
1 cup cranberry sauce optional for tartness, raspberry jam can work too

For the Toppings

1/4 cup chopped pistachios can swap for walnuts or almonds
1/4 cup red and green sprinkles for extra holiday cheer
10 leaves fresh mint leaves optional garnish

Equipment

mixing bowl
whisk
trifle glasses
Spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the cake layer by cutting the vanilla or pound cake into 1-inch cubes and let them dry for a few minutes.
Mix the custard layer by preparing vanilla custard or pudding according to package instructions and let it thicken.
Layer the trifles starting with cake cubes, then custard, mixed berries, and finally a dollop of whipped cream.
Repeat the layers until glasses are filled, finishing off with whipped cream.
Decorate with whipped cream, chopped pistachios, sprinkles, and fresh mint leaves.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1trifleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Mini Christmas Trifles can be prepared a day in advance and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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